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science-and-environment1 year ago

Escaped Animals in South Carolina Spark Investigation into Research Facility

Eight monkeys remain at large after escaping from the Alpha Genesis research facility in South Carolina, with 35 recaptured. The escape has raised concerns about the facility's safety and animal welfare practices, as it is not the first incident of its kind. Local authorities and residents have been advised to avoid the area, and efforts to recapture the monkeys continue. The incident has drawn attention from Congresswoman Nancy Mace, who has called for an inquiry into the facility's operations and history of violations.

local-news1 year ago

One Escaped Monkey Captured, 42 Still Loose in South Carolina

One of the 43 monkeys that escaped from the Alpha Genesis research facility in South Carolina has been found unharmed, while others remain nearby. The monkeys, all young female Rhesus macaques, escaped due to human error when a caretaker failed to secure enclosure doors. Efforts to recapture them continue, with police using thermal technology and traps, and staff enticing them with food. The public is advised to avoid the area to prevent startling the animals, and to report any sightings to authorities.

local-news1 year ago

One Monkey Recaptured, 42 Still Roaming from South Carolina Lab

One of 43 Rhesus macaques that escaped from the Alpha Genesis research facility in Yemassee, South Carolina, has been safely recovered, while 42 remain at large. The monkeys escaped after an employee failed to secure a door. They have been seen near the facility's fence, interacting with monkeys still inside. Efforts to recapture them are ongoing, with officials stating the monkeys pose no public health risk.

local-news1 year ago

One Monkey Recovered, 42 Still Missing After South Carolina Lab Escape

In Yemassee, South Carolina, 43 Rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from the Alpha Genesis research facility after a caretaker failed to secure a door. Efforts to recapture the primates are ongoing, with one monkey successfully recovered. The facility is using food and humane traps to lure the animals back, while urging the public to avoid the area and refrain from using drones, which can startle the monkeys. There is no public health risk, and the community is advised to report sightings to 911 without approaching the animals.

local-news1 year ago

South Carolina Lab Monkeys Still on the Loose After Escape

Forty-three Rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from the Alpha Genesis research facility in Yemassee, South Carolina, after a caretaker failed to secure a door. The facility and local authorities are using humane traps and thermal imaging to recapture the primates, which are young and pose no health risk. The public is advised to avoid the area to prevent startling the animals, and residents should keep doors and windows closed. Efforts to lure the monkeys back with food have seen some success, but none have been fully recaptured yet.

local-news1 year ago

South Carolina on Alert as 43 Monkeys Escape Research Facility

Forty-three Rhesus monkeys escaped from the Alpha Genesis Primate Research Center in Yemassee, South Carolina, after a worker left their enclosure door open. The monkeys, which are not carrying diseases, have been spotted in the area but remain uncaptured. Police have advised locals to avoid approaching the animals, which are described as harmless but easily startled. This incident follows a similar escape of 11 monkeys from the same facility in 2022.

local-news1 year ago

South Carolina Scrambles to Recapture 43 Escaped Monkeys from Research Facility

Forty-three rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from the Alpha Genesis research facility in Yemassee, South Carolina, after a caretaker failed to secure an enclosure door. The monkeys, which are young females not yet used for testing, remain near the facility, evading capture despite baited traps and thermal imaging efforts. Residents have been advised to secure their homes and avoid contact with the monkeys. Alpha Genesis has a history of USDA violations, including previous monkey escapes.

local-news1 year ago

40 Monkeys Escape SC Research Facility, Residents Advised to Secure Homes

Authorities in South Carolina have advised residents to secure their homes after 43 rhesus macaque monkeys escaped from the Alpha Genesis research facility in Beaufort County. The Yemassee Police Department is using traps and thermal imaging to locate the primates, and residents are urged to contact 911 if they spot any of the animals. Alpha Genesis, which breeds monkeys for research, has experienced similar escapes in the past, but assures there is no health risk from the current situation.